Christina Vinson

Christina Vinson is a freelance writer based in Nashville, Tenn. After graduating from Cornerstone University, she left the idyllic shores of West Michigan and headed south alongside her husband, a musician. She writes for a variety of publications across the state and country, with work ranging from full-length magazine features to SEO-rich blog posts. When she's not typing away at the computer, you can find Vinson at the library with a stack of books, in the kitchen baking cinnamon rolls or drinking coffee at a local coffee shop.

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When Blake Shelton's new album drops at the end of September, fans should expect to get a little blast from the past. The star will be revisiting some of the old Shelton fans know and love, which involves, as he puts it, "singing about getting drunk."

Even though Chase Rice chose to enter into country music on a non-traditional route, he's still quickly on his way to becoming a notable country star, with his most recent accomplishment being a No. 1 album debut.

Taylor Swift has the heart of a giver, as evidenced by her charitable acts as of late. When a big fan spotted the star in New York City's Central Park, she didn't just get a photo with the 'Red' singer -- she also got some birthday money from Swift.

With pop-country, bro-country and hick-hop becoming more prominent in country music -- and artists like Florida Georgia Line, Jason Aldean and Big Smo at the forefront -- a more traditional country sound seems to be taking a backseat. Sammy Kershaw laments, giving his thoughts on the matter, and he isn't holding back.

Jason Aldean has accomplished a lot in his career, but this is especially massive. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has recognized the star as the Top Male Country Artist in the history of their Digital Gold & Platinum Awards -- and he's only 37 years old!

Keith Urban may have been born in New Zealand, but he makes his home -- and music -- in Nashville, Tenn. Recently, there's been a threat to the esteemed Music Row, and Urban is calling on Music City residents to help preserve the iconic area.

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